Updated FCC Rules in Print

There are many ways to obtain FCC rules and regulations, but the paperback books published by the Government Printing Office are one of the least expensive and most convenient ways to obtain printed copies. The FCC announced the October 2004 Edition of Title 47 of the Code of Federal Regulations is now available for pu

There are many ways to obtain FCC rules and regulations, but the paperback books published by the Government Printing Office are one of the least expensive and most convenient ways to obtain printed copies. The FCC announced the October 2004 Edition of Title 47 of the Code of Federal Regulations is now available for purchase from the Superintendent of Documents at the Government Printing Office. Title 47 covers all FCC regulations. The regulations are divided into five books. Broadcasters are likely to want at least two of the five books. Among other items, the book covering Parts 0 to 19 includes regulations related to RF exposure limits, the Emergency Alert System, and tower lighting and obstruction markings. Parts 70 to 79 includes most of the rules for full power and low power broadcast stations, cable TV systems and cable and broadcast auxiliary stations. Broadcasters may also want to get a copy of the book covering Parts 80 and above, including Part 101 with rules on fixed microwave systems. These books cost $61 each (U.S. domestic).

On Tuesday, the FCC announced the October 2006 edition of Title 47 of the Code of Federal Regulations, covering FCC rules with amendments through Sept. 30, 2006 is now available from the Government Printing Office.

The FCC requires broadcast stations and satellite uplink licensees, among others, to have available a copy of the applicable FCC rules and regulations for the facility. The paperback books available from Government Printing Office (GPO) are a convenient way to comply with this requirement. Last week the FCC announced t

The FCC announced last week that the October 2003 edition of Title 47 of the Code of Federal Regulations is now available for purchase. Title 47 contains the FCC regulations, divided into five paperback books costing from $39 to $61 each. Broadcast stations are required to have a copy of the FCC rules available at thei